1983 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Allegro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
